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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1897

Page

7

West Side League Match Ended In Unclear Turbulence

Players from the West Side league and West Hide Central club clashed on South Main Avenue during a recent game. Officials counted scores across tables with 100 point totals, while spectators and participants noted tense conduct. A return game was planned at the club room.

West Side League West Hide Central Pedro” Ag South Main Avenue Ede Woremin Thomeim Yeaterday Wiehdt Wheeluwan Qaeh Bret Takles Liengue Bub Padre Dacapriie Tis Bpourth Leseusie Ciuh Chi Tuk Ife W. A. Pri Hee Clare Thorne PB. Daniels Riemen

Great crowd attends Franklin Fire Company annual ball

A large crowd gathered at Mears hall for Franklin Fire Company’s forty-fifth annual ball last night. Bauer’s Orchestra played while Promoter Bprank Suydam conducted the event with Hall Master Joseph Wy and committee members coordinating the reception and dance floor.

Mears Meare Bauer Muelo Suydam Ohare Seumd Carmet Frankie Ino Joseph Wy. Hall Willan H. Kine Ehleft Dloor T. He. Allen J. CC. Brown Birt Kine Reno Derby Richard Davis

Officers Elected by Welsh Baptist Church and Local Fraternals

The article lists officers elected for First Welsh Baptist Church for one year, naming corresponding secretary Hughes, Evan P. Davis as financial secretary, Josep D. Reynolds and W. H. op Davis as trustees, and a chorister and organist. It then details officers for the Franklin Engine Company with president John L. Lawry and various roles, followed by Catholic Mutual benefits officers and an install Wednesday night with names and positions. Members from Branch 85 South Scranton and Branch 36 central city attended.

First Welsh Baptist Church Hughes Evan P. Davis Josep DD. Reynolds Op. Daviess Mra Do B. Thomas W.ow Catholic Mutual Benet Hhsocialon T. J. Dennlogss PL. McAndrew DE. Cronin 2. McCroning James J. Diurkins Ting J. J.arrett Maurhee FY. Walsh

Professor Hughes Hosts Teachers At No 14 In Washington Street

Professor James H Hughes and wife hosted the No 14 teachers at their 1528 Washburn street home last night. A contest tested familiarity with pictures of prominent figures in politics, letters, and literature. Mrs Hughes served refreshments. guests included Misses Sarah Clarke Margaret Jamieson Emmie Ryans Alina Munson Belle Dour Florence Irving Kate Walsh Itachel Jones Elizabeth Williams Minnie Rinker Jennie Daniels and Nettie Ellins.

James H. Hughes Mise Hattie Smith Mre. Hughes Sarah Clarke Margaret Jamieson Em Mie Ryans Alina Munson Belle Dour Florence Irving Kate Walsh Itachel Jones El‘neth Willams Minnie Rinker Father Moses Jennie Daniels Nettie Ellins

Jackson Street Baptist Church Officers Elected

At the church annual meeting W. Oo. Jene kins was elected president B D Collins secretary and James Leysthon treasurer. Mrs Mary Pritchard elected president of the Ladies Aid society with Mrs Caroline Miles secretary and Mrs W O Jenkins treasurer. Wee men's Mission circle appointed Mrs Johnny Lewitt president. Treasurer's report read by Mrs David C Williams and a paper on Vapour read by Edward Db Cutting. A sale was given by Miss Martha Nichols.

Board of Jackson Street Baptist Church W. Oo. Jenekins B.D. Collins James Leysthon Ladies’ Aid Society Mary Pritchard Mra Caroline Miles W.O. Jenkins Wee Men's Mission Circle Ing Johnny Lewitt Atrs John Ss. Harris David C. Williams Edward Db. Cutling Marth Nichols

Surprise tribute to Mrs. Eaton on fifty second birthday

Mrs. James Eaton of WG South Tenth street received a surprise on Wednesday evening as Masonic friends gathered for her fifty second birthday. Vocal and instrumental music was delightfully rendered by attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Carey, Mr. and Mrs. Lan ting, Mr. and Mrs. W. Towlen, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mets, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Williams, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Plich.

James Eaton WG South Tenth Street Thomas Carey Lanting W. Towlen Frank Mets W. B. Willams Charles Plich

Local Notables Listed in Sparse Notice

A fragmented item names several individuals including Mrs. Thomas Rice Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Cal Frank Powell Miss Maria Shifver and Miss Katherine Stierwin in an unclear section of a local notice. The short text provides no roles or events.

Thomas Rice Mire J. B. Cal Frank Powell Maria Shifver Katherine Stierwin

Birthday Party Honoring Son At 726 Hampton Street

Mrs. Owen Charles hosted a juvenile party at 726 Hampton Street for her son Owen. Attendees included Miesey Mamle Williams, Annie Williams, Huthie Mathias, Luella Sutton, Edith Sante, Mary on Annie McAndrew, Gwendellhe Higtett, Tallie Lathan, Lillo Jones, Frederick OF, Lassie Williams, Euen Williams, Archie William, Bertie Lanham, Paul Williams, dosha, and Harry Williams.

Owen Charles Hampton Street Fertile Owen Miesey Mamle Williame Annie Willams Huthie Mathias Luella Sutton Edith Sante Mary On Annie McAndrew Gwendellhe Higtett Tallie Lathan Lillo Jotes Frederick OF Hieeen Lassie Williame Euen Williame Archie Williiam Bertie Laneham Paul Williams Dosha Harry Williams

Cuterals of Mia and Abi Bieter Williamg Funeral Actions

The cuterals of Mia Margaret James of North Hyde Park Avenue and Abi Bieter Williamg of Pleisant Street were held yesterday afternoon at Jackson Street Baptist Church. Mudward Mowell conducted the service. Pallbearers were William Jones John Price Evan Davis Thomas Lewie Maxwell Dowie and J Davis. Interment followed at Wash Work Street Cemetery.

Mia Margaret James Hyde Park Avenue Abi Bieter Williamg Pleisant Street Tle Plaice

Court Centennial Lodge Officers Re elected At North Oregon

The Court Centennial lodge in North Oregon held an evening meeting at Cu-onerative hall. Officers re elected included James A. Morgan chief ranger, Daniel Young sub paneer, William B. Murley treasurer, ML Boston secretary, David Morley recording secretary, William Hurford senior wood ward, Benjamin Allgood junior wood ward, Thomas Re Jones senior beadie, David Howland junior beadie, Arthur C G Lewis, Jonah Friedman trustees. Morgan was re elected to the white office as a leading mover of the lodge.

Iel Young Paneer William B. Murley Tredaurer Boston Fnitneldy David Morley Wiliam Hurford Senioy Qwoodward Henjamin Allgogod Wood- Wats Thomas Re Jones Beadie David Howland Arthur CG. Lewis Jonah Iedmaned Mr. Morgan Whiet Oie

Local church events draw crowds and tours noted

Rev Marlon Mon Hughes preached at First Congregation church on South Main. St Hrenden Spun Young Men Institute hosts an entertainment at Mears hall this evening. Delegations of young people from nearby towns expected. DD Williams Index, prominent Pittsburgh author, tours section and promotes Brotherhood. Pennsylvania Glee Club, led by W W Evans, rehearsed at Jones hall and plans Washington trip. Mrs John A L Geiger of Reading and Mrs George B Reynolds visit. Sons of Veterans plan a dime entertainment at Mears hall. Mrs Thuth Jones of Youngstown returns from two week visit to Police Officer Tom Jones and Mrs Daniel Davis. Palmer & McDonalds offer flowers at Spruce.

Marlon Mon Hughes First Congregation South Main Avenue Scranton Street Baptist Church al Mears” Hall St. Hrenden Spun Young Men's Institute Chidanal Wotley Williams Index America Pittsburg Brotherhood Pennsylvenia Glee Club W. W. Evans Jones’ Hall Elul Washington John AL Geiger Reading Ds VielUng Cheorge Daniel Davis Jackson Street Jones Thomas Leyshon, Sr James Evans Hyde Park Avenue Palmer & McDonalds Germania Hall Locust Street Father Rust Bloncaid Orig Piltetin Avenue Cherry Street Dr. Barrett Pittaton Scranton Klonoski Wilkes-Barre Laverne GoMerla Connell& Co Meadow Trunk Breaker Ubney Avenue Dease Jong Cedar Beveh Pittston Gibbons Birney Minoolan Ehic Germania Janeh Alles Jilin Methilgan Scranton Elks Harold Chorge Treuston Orchard Street Wolowk Kathe Donahue Stone Avenue Greanwool Gertrude O'Tara Pittaten Avenue Connell & Cues Mines Mise Kate Neals Alder Street Philip Scheuer Iun Bohever Twentieth Ward Baturdey Maile Fassold Mauch Chunk Mr and Mire Geo. Fassold Pittston Avenue Richard Grimes Blane Avenue Denis Grimes Ashland Ned Richard Keenan Sweetwater Weeming Familly Keenmin Weet Fivet Thomas Kelly Henry Elden Veelster Charles Gray Wilton H. Walter Charles Klein Henry Schaff Paul Reminger Stephen Miller Pred L. Snyder Powrth George TG. Miller M. Pitzpatrick W. Smithy William Murphy John O'Brien Wales Pevelick Hede Park Welocka Fitet Corcoran’s Hall Battle's Hall Callery's Arcade M. G. Langan Scranton Athlete Club H. W. Berghiuser WH. Hany Koch, Jr Herbert Hobinson Himil

West Side Business Directory Listing

Harriet J Davis florist offers cut flowers and funeral designs at 10 South Main Avenue near Jackson Street Morgan's Pharmacy supplies warranted drugs and fine stationery Prescriptions prepared Wood stove and window glass stocked Clerks on duty all night Second Hand Furniture cash for items from J C King 701 to 709 West Lackawanna Avenue Great clearing sale at Scranton Cash Store

West Side Harriet J. Davis South Main Avenue Jackson Street Morgan's North Avenue J. C. King Lackawanns Avenue

Grand Missionary Rally at Elm Park Methodist Church

The Pastors Committee finalized plans for an interdenominational missionary rally to be held January 20 at Elm Park Methodist Church at 145 o'clock. The program aims to deepen public interest in foreign missions with no collection. Also mentions a store ad offering bargains and skate sale at Florey's on Wyoming Avenue.

Elm Park Methodist Church

Mystic Cure for Rheumatism Claim

Morton L Hill of Lebanon Indiana reports his wife suffered inflammatory rheumatism in all muscles and joints with severe swelling and six weeks bedridden. After eight physicians failed, Mystic Cure for Rheumatism gave relief in three days and enabled walking, reportedly saving her life. Sold by Carl Lorenz Scranton at 415 Lackawanna Avenue Beecham's King of Pills Beecham's.

Morton L. Hill Lebanon Ind Simmell Carl Lorenz Scranton Lackawanna Avenue

Democrats Hold Ward Meeting at Germania Hall

Democrats of the Eleventh ward plan a Friday evening gathering at Germania hall on January 16. The article notes church disputes on Locust street and outlines local civic activity including street car route changes and upcoming events.

Arrest of Charles Moon Stirs Providence Nightly Chase Ends with Capture

Police pursuit begins after a warrant for assault and battery and disorderly conduct is issued by Charles Moon senior. Moon flees from the Tol Nhouse bar pursued by Constable Smith Lieutenant Spellman and Matrolman Jones, with shots fired during the chase. Moon is trapped and held for court on a $300 bail as officers recount earlier trouble with police.

Charles Moon Constable Smith Moon Lothie Pallee Spellman Matrolman Jones Mr. Moon Histol Nhouse Wilkes-Barre James McKinskie West Market Street Drs. Sullivan Bessy Morrison George George Hobes Leggett's Street John J. Owens Warne Avenue William Eldridge

Heart Disease Causes and Digestive Linkages Highlighted

An article argues most heart troubles in Americans stem from weak digestion and upset stomachs rather than inherent disease. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe remedy to improve digestion and indirectly treat heart-related symptoms, noting the product is available in stores or by mail from Stuart Co.

le Dome Stuart Meet Mall Spianit Co Marshall, Mien Stuart Co Maretul, Mich

Social Guests and a Music Evening on Sanderson Ave

CG Louback from Philadelphia visited breaks with Mrs J W Mershon of Waverly and Mrs GA Carr of the central city. Katherine Biles hosted guests at Mast Markets street while Brundage stays with daughter J C Clifford on Penn avenue. A progressive electre party at Miss Mamie Lehrs on Sanderson avenue featured vocal and instrumental music and late refreshments.

CG. Louback Philadelphia Breaker Street J. W. Mershon Waverly GA. Carr Central City Katherine Biles Mast Markets Street Brundage Taylor J.C. Clifford Penn Avenue Mamie Lehr Sanderson Avenue Minnie Jones Mary Ellis Margaret Lewis Charles Farnham Harry van Florn W. HL Bunn Wid Frank Praey

Dunmore Social Turmoil and Irish Talk Highlight Dunmore Night

The Dunmore community reports the coal mines closed awaiting orders. Mrs BE Delaney remains confined at her hotel on Drinker street. St Agnes Guild members are urged to meet at St Mark's parish house at 7 pm to discuss arrangements for the go cnl on January 20. Kerr of Scranton delighted a large audience with an Irish tour and return tale. The Dunmore quintette performed to enthusiastic encores. Preparations for the Brotherhood of Railroad Tralameri social at Washington hall on January 20 proceed apace with Hayes' orchestra. Firemen delegates to the convention were elected to represent the Independent Hose companys unit.

Pennsylvania Coal Company Delaney St. Agnes’ Guild St. Mark's Gocnl Kerr Scranton Hin Ireland Dunmore Brotherhood of Railroad Washington Hall Hayes OH. van Canin Hoffman L. Fitzpatrick Teckman FJ. Maines J. M. Heleier John Th. Smith

Republican Primaries Talk In Local Column

An arrr announced the Republican primaries while caucuses are set for this afternoon. Frank Towle has dropped out of the Southeast district supervisor race. O Connell council Young Men's Institute installed officers led by President C W Gallagher and Thomas F Coyne conducted the ceremony.

Frank Towle O'Connell Council Young Men's Institute W. Gallagher M. Hi. McDonough T. L. Causey John J. Joyce Will

PennsylvanIa Special Train Tour Announcement

A personally conducted tour via the Pennsylvania Railroad runs on Wednesday January 27 at 18 a.m. A special train features Pullman cars including composite dining sleeping and compartment accommodations.

Pullman

Bargain Offer Nears Peak as Final Week Unveils Deep Discounts

The store states that since January 2 values have hit an extreme in bargain offers and a climactic final week is ahead. Enormous reductions cover not just listed departments but the entire business, urging money saving shoppers to investigate.

Silk and Dress Goods Clearance Sale

Silk and dress goods featured in a clearance sale with prices on wool dress goods and silks, highlighting quality and color options. Includes notes on clearance prices for various items and colors.

Clearance Sale Offers Towels and Comforters at Low Prices

Local store advertises yard wide printed earmbriv prints and Canton Manual goods with clearance sale prices. Includes ten dozen towels and bed comforts, plus two dozen down comforters at bargain rates.

Luxury Pacific Coast Tour From Jersey City Depot

A Pennsylvania Railroad personally conducted continental tour departs from Jersey City bound for San Francisco California. The five week trip offers Pullman comforts dining piano and luxurious amenities aboard a full scale hotel on wheels visiting Los Angeles Santa Barbara Del Monte Manitou and Colorado hot springs. Tickets priced at 910 include rail transport sightseeing and hotel accommodations with pickups at New York Philadelphia and Chicago connections.

Jersey City Pennsylvania Railroad San Pieco California American Ae Bt the Waldorf St. Louis Kansas City Las Vegas Pacific Joos Ameelen Tasadena Manitou Pennsylvania Pittsburg Pourlet Broadway New York George W. Boyd Road Street Station Philadelphia

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West Side Department Pranklin Fire Company Mrs. Eaton Juvenile Party Union Funeral Service Foresters James A Morgan Ruandeer Court Centennial Gyder Great Clearing Grand Missionary Rally Elim Park Church Scranton Cash Store Florey Pillars Beecham South Side News Birgains Niagara Hose Company North Main Avenue St. Mary's Hall Ura Orchestra Misses Neary Hopkins John Nota Wirren Street William Brace William Street Tallle Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church GC. EL. Sevharar Providence Green Ridge Wyoming Academy OF Music Very Hiely Billy Barry Tilly Barry Irent Mario Pokort Agk Galtlery Ag Orchestra Circle Soc Orchestra Zac Frothingham Wagner & Rels John L. Kerr Rurnning Vaudeville Theatre London Mit Paris Charles Freiman Chicago Laleor Wm. Courtreigh Geo H. Adams Frank Farley Jevening Tribune Complete Outfitters Stork Conrad, Hatter Wambl In Washburn Pacific Coast St. John’s Newfoundland England Scotland Nevarskn Cal's General Agents Oteel Ao. Murray and Murphy Mark Murphy O’dowd Gsc Davis’ Theater Ee Superintes Jflour Vrad ‘Onvase THE Dickson Manufacturing Wil Dr. Peal Peul Cloveland John H. Phelps
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